Turn off that alarm. You do not need it. At Isai Karai, you are woken by chatty birds, a bright stream of sunlight, and the excitement about what is going to be served for breakfast. The new property by CGH Earth Saha, about 10 kilometres from central Mamallapuram, is tucked away in the midst of…
(From left) Sudha Reddy, Isha Ambani and Karan Johar | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement The Met Gala this year arrived dressed as something more thoughtful, Costume as Art, but the mood around it had a sharper edge. Outside the museum, there were protests aimed squarely at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez stepping in as honorary…
The BMW M440i xDrive Convertible combines sharp styling with classic open-top appeal. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement The BMW M440i xDrive Convertible comes to India as a CBU, and its intent is clear from first glance. The design is sleek and flowing, but it’s the sharper character lines and low, wide stance that give it…
The Tesla Model Y L | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement For all the anticipation around Tesla’s entry into India, its approach has remained measured, arguably even cautious. In a market that is warming up to electric mobility but continues to grapple with infrastructure gaps and cost sensitivities, that restraint may not necessarily be a drawback….
In a market obsessed with adventure motorcycles, the BMW F 450 GS arrives as a machine that feels as comfortable on a weekday commute as it does chasing trails beyond the map. It blends refinement, tech, and genuine off-road ability into a package that is surprisingly easy to live withand even easier to fall for….
The Elephant Majestic minaudière by Judith Leiber | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Spanning a 70-year legacy, Judith Leiber Couture’s bags, clutches and miniatures have been red carpet staples, conversation starters that bring crystal-studded whimsy to any evening. Its famed minaudières, small evening bags sculpted into quirky, artistic forms, have long been considered objets d’art, cementing…
The lip crayons from Svam Beauty | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Blame it on India’s diverse topography and its rich spectrum of skin tones, finding a make-up brand that truly works can feel like a challenge. It is not just about matching the weather, which in Chennai can swing between hot and humid, but also…
The VF MPV 7’s all-electric powertrain delivers smooth, linear acceleration for everyday driving | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement There is something quietly significant about what VinFast is attempting with the VF MPV 7. In a market like India, where electric mobility is still evolving beyond early adopters, the idea of a practical, family-focused electric MPV…
Jaipur is a city of contrasts. Smooth arterial roads open into fast-moving stretches on the outskirts, only to funnel back into dense, chaotic inner streets where patience is as important as precision. It is in this constantly shifting environment that the updated Skoda Kushaq 1.0 TSI automatic begins to make real sense. What Skoda has…
The Renault Duster is not just another SUV making a comeback; it carries the weight of having once rewritten the rulebook. When it first arrived, the idea of a rugged, monocoque SUV that could handle Indian roads with ease was still novel. Over time, that formula became the industry standard. Now, the Duster returns to…
